1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Bellett | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
